Charles McMurphy
ActingCareer Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Charles McMurphy reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Charles McMurphy's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Charles McMurphy remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in You Can't Take It with You, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Charles McMurphy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charles McMurphy's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Charles McMurphy.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | Spaceship to the Unknown | Atom Furnace supervisor (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Experiment Perilous | Cop (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Law of the Valley | Bartender (as Chas. McMurphy) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Christmas Holiday | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | Action in the North Atlantic | Lieutenant-Commander at Meeting (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Spoilers | Deputy | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | This Gun for Hire | Detective (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Today I Hang | Policeman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dick Tracy vs. Crime Inc. | 2nd Yard Guard | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Law of the Timber | Lumberjack (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Love Crazy | Private Investigator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Roar of the Press | First Policeman | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Phantom Submarine | 2nd Mate | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Junior G-Men | Police Officer Foley (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | When the Daltons Rode | Deputy Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | We Who Are Young | Mover (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | My Little Chickadee | Townsman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Green Hornet | Radio Cop (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | The Shadow | Police Dispatcher | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Mandrake the Magician | Construction Foreman | Average | Similar → |
| 1939 | Union Pacific | Irishman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Rose of Washington Square | Music Conductor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Exposed | Policeman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | The Mad Miss Manton | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | You Can't Take It with You | Guard (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Accusing Finger | Guard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Flash Gordon | Atom Furnace Slavedriver | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | Song of the Trail | Curtis | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | I Conquer the Sea! | Zack | Flop | Similar → |
| 1935 | Atlantic Adventure | Plainclothesman | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Girl in Danger | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | Whirlpool | Policeman (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Parole Girl | Guard in Visiting Room (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1933 | Mystery of the Wax Museum | Policeman in Prison (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | If I Had a Million | Mike - Bank Plainclothesman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Virtue | Ryan (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Scram! | Patrolman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1932 | Doctor X | Detective at Headquarters (Uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | Dragnet Patrol | Prohibition Inspector | Flop | Similar → |
| 1931 | Blood and Thunder | Policeman (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1930 | Shooting Straight | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Hog Wild | Streetcar Conductor | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | Below Zero | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1930 | The Benson Murder Case | Detective Burke (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1929 | Navy Blues | Policeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1929 | Small Talk | Officer | Average | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Last Warning | Cop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | The Docks of New York | Policeman (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Love My Dog | Dog catcher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1927 | Seeing the World | Ship's official | Average | Similar → |
Charles McMurphy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charles McMurphy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charles McMurphy is "You Can't Take It with You" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Charles McMurphy acted in?
Charles McMurphy has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charles McMurphy?
Other notable films include "Scram!", "Action in the North Atlantic", and "Navy Blues".